The Pembrokeshire Murders, about John Cooper and his killings, was ITV’s biggest new drama launch in more than a decade.
ITV revealed on Wednesday (January 20) that the true-crime drama, starring Luke Evans as police officer Steve Wilkins and Keith Allen as Cooper, achieved the channel’s best viewing figures for a new drama since 2006.
Millions watch John Cooper drama The Pembrokeshire Murders
According to data, 11.2million watched the opening episode of the three-part programme in its first week.
ITV said the figure – which includes catch-up viewing on ITV Hub, non-TV devices and repeats – made it the biggest new drama launch since Lewis aired nearly 15 years ago.
Lewis was a detective drama and Inspector Morse spin-off starring Kevin Whately and Laurence Fox.
Read more: The Pembrokeshire Murders: ITV viewers spot real-life Steve Wilkins as he makes cameo
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